What kind of car is WEY?

[StLeonardo]

WEY is a brand under Great Wall Motors. Here is more information about WEY: 1. WEY is a subsidiary brand of Great Wall Motors, established in 2016. Currently, there are four models available for sale: WEY VV7, WEY VV5, WEY P8, and WEY VV6. 2. The WEY VV7 is the first model, positioned as a mid-size SUV. It features a very wide grille design and prominent body lines, giving it a strong sporty appearance that makes it hard to tell it's a domestic car at first glance. 3. The WEY VV7 does not perform very well in terms of interior space. Since the car's exterior design is a major selling point, the optimization of the interior has been somewhat neglected, resulting in a less spacious cabin. 4. In terms of fuel consumption, the VV7 is also somewhat high. Although the official fuel consumption is 8 liters per 100 kilometers, the actual driving consumption is usually around 11 liters. This fuel consumption is definitely on the high side for a family car, which is a reason many people choose not to buy the VV7.

[JulietDella]

I remember noticing WEY a few years ago when I was paying attention to domestic car brands. It's actually a luxury sub-brand launched by Great Wall Motors in 2016. Founder Wei Jianjun named the brand with his own surname, making it the first domestic automaker bold enough to do so. Initially focused on the VV series SUVs, the design was quite distinctive, especially the three vertical daytime running lights on the front, which made it highly recognizable on the street. I test-drove the VV7, and the interior materials were indeed more refined than ordinary domestic cars, with full leather wrapping and soundproof glass, making it exceptionally quiet on the highway. Later, they transitioned to the Coffee series, introducing hybrid models like the Macchiato and Latte, and recently launched the Blue Mountain DHT-PHEV, a large six-seat new energy vehicle. It feels like they've carved out their own path in luxury.

[DiSadie]

Last week, my neighbor just picked up a Mocha DHT-PHEV, and I made a point to check it out. The WEY brand is particularly skilled at packing in tech features—the triple-screen dashboard setup is even more extravagant than some joint-venture cars, and the streaming rearview mirror is especially handy on rainy days. The salesperson told me the entire lineup uses the Lemon Hybrid platform, with a fuel consumption of just over 5L when the battery is depleted, much more fuel-efficient than my old CR-V. It’s got seat massage and ventilation, and the heated steering wheel is a winter lifesaver. However, the resale value does lag behind joint-venture brands—a friend’s VV6 bought last year has already depreciated nearly 40%.

[DeKaylee]

I've studied the development trajectory of WEY, and it's quite interesting. Initially, they captured the market with the VV5/VV7 models. The combination of a 2.0T engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission delivered impressive power, but the fuel consumption was heavily criticized. In 2021, they decisively shifted to the Coffee series, adopting a hybrid-only approach. The Latte DHT can run up to 150 kilometers on pure electric power for city commuting, plus it qualifies for green license plates and tax exemptions. Recently, I saw the new Blue Mountain in a mall—a five-meter-long body with laser headlights, a triple-screen setup that even supports gesture control. Domestic cars are really competitive these days.

[DeJoseph]

Compared to cars in the same price range, WEY's pricing is quite clever. The Latte DHT-PHEV is just over 200,000 yuan, yet it offers more features than the Highlander priced at 300,000 yuan, including Infinity audio and electronically controlled suspension. However, the brand premium is still a weak point, as many people would rather spend tens of thousands more on joint-venture cars. Recently, there have been significant discounts—the Mocha has a cash discount of 20,000 yuan and comes with a free charging station. I plan to take my family for a test drive soon.

[JeffreyLynn]

A friend in auto repair mentioned that WEY's vehicle safety structure is quite substantial, with the proportion of hot-formed steel being 15% higher than industry standards. Last time at the shop, when dismantling a VV7, they noticed the underbody armor was exceptionally thick. The Coffee series now uses CATL battery packs with an IP67 waterproof rating, so there's no worry about leakage even during heavy rain. However, the infotainment system occasionally freezes, though it has improved significantly after updates.